Rabies Aware

"Z" - Zach Jones

www.zachjonesmemorial.org

On May, 12, 2006, Zach Jones, 16, passed away from rabies after being exposed to a rabid bat. There were no bite marks, no scratches - nothing indicating he was bitten.

Neither Zach, his family or his friends knew that bats could carry rabies. So, he didn't get the vaccine.

Worldwide - over 55,000 people, mostly children, die each year of rabies - a lot from dog bites.

We don't have dog rabies in the U.S., but rabies is on the rise in our wildlife - raccoons, skunks, coyotes, and bats - and rabies can be found in every state in the U.S., except Hawaii.

Protect your family, your friends and your pets.

Respect wildlife - do not approach any wild animal.

If you find a bat in your house - call your local animal control. If they can't help - call the CDC - 800-232-4636.

Don't take any chances!

Remember Zach Jones!

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